1 – SAM Remix
Nearly always a sellout, this event brings the fun outdoors this time for a summer gathering of artsies. Meet and greet with artists, rock out to music (Truckasaurus included) and dance – all in view of the Puget Sound. Time: 8 p.m. to midnight Friday
Location: Olympic Sculpture Park

2 – Vampire Weekend
For some time now, this band has been the talk of the music world. The former Ivy Leaguers are extremely popular, though they have their critics too. You might have heard them at Sasquatch!Time: 6 p.m. SundayLocation:Marymoor Amphitheater

4 – “Margaret Cho – Cho Dependent”
Mostly known for her brazen comedy acts, Cho delves into the realm of comedy music with this tour promoting her newest CD. Don’t expect it to be all of the new stuff though, she’s sure to throw out much of her usual antics. Time: 7:30 p.m. FridayLocation:Paramount Theatre

5 – Alki Beach 5K run/walk
Jogging is probably part of your regular routine to stay fit or lose weight, so why not do it and raise money for a nonprofit that benefits breast cancer patients? A brisk 3.1-mile beachside trek won’t do you any bad. More info.Time: 9 a.m. SundayLocation:Alki Beach Bathhouse

6 – “Frankenocchio”
The main character is a headless puppet and the rest of the set can be said to look like something out of a Tim Burton movie. Creeeepy. These stringed dolls tell the tales of a young wooden mute boy.Time: 8 p.m. Friday and SaturdayLocation:Lee Center for the Arts, Seattle University

7 – “Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog”
Seattle Joss Whedon fans will unite and rejoice as the cult film goes on stage in this re-adaptation. Most famous on the Internet, the show is a musical that tells the story of a love-struck comic-book-esque villain.Time: 11 p.m. Saturday, check for other showsLocation:Balagan Theater